Love love love the concept of this place, very mellow yet classy! My partner and I enjoyed looking…read morearound at new books of interest while waiting for our food, we had ordered a charcuterie board and it was filling and I enjoyed going here!! I do wish they had more of a variety of meats for the board, but everything was exceptional! I will say the grapes weren't the freshest, but everything else makes up for it! I do like their hummus that we got for the side and the martini is delicious as always, can't go wrong with that! They had seasoned roasted macadamias and those were very yummy!! The walnuts tasted freshly cracked and not bitter whatsoever and service is great! While exploring around I found out the book I just read has a sequel because of their displays, so that was neat! There was live music and the space was bigger than I had expected, upstairs with children's, games, and history!

Absolutely adorable spot! Came here to for a bachelorette trip and we stumbled upon another…read morebachelorette party at the table next to us. The vibes for book lovers are immaculate. You are also able to order wine and food, which to be honest was just okay, but you're really coming here for the vibes not necessarily the food. The charcuterie was pretty good though! Accessible bathroom available on the first floor!

We were in town to visit the Big Crafty craft show at the nearby civic center and were wandering…read morearound nearby. We stumbled onto this unique bookstore and spent some time perusing their wares. Definitely has that old bookstore feel rather than an antiseptic megastore. We didn't purchase anything during out brief stop but this is the type of store we would patronize if we lived nearby. It might seem a little scrappy for some, but we support independent bookstores.

So racism. Been…read moregoing to this shop for 6 years. On new year's day, I walked in with my mom and noticed they were selling a $13 Confederate Cook Book. I told the man with glasses and also bald that it's s not okay to sell this. He immediately said "Why" And proceeded to tell me how they're also thinking about having Hitler's Mein Kampf in their shop. He basically forced me into a "intellectual" convo about the power of disturbance. Little does he know I actually confront nazis online everyday. I also know that the only person buying a Confederate cook book is a racist white person. You also made it very affordable for them. It was enclosed in plastic, so it could've had very violent content in it that the shop was protecting for the "right" customer. I then proceeded to tell him he had this cookbook out with no context and who is he selling this to? He listened and said thank you for the feedback. I then said you're a white man who doesn't get to have opinions about it. Dear Man, You forced me to confront your racism and affinity for kkk literature. Then proceeded to try to find a debate in it. You're not at the level of deep thought you need to be.

Nice local resale book shop for used books…read more Nice range and selection and I appreciated that the staff left you alone to wander and look. I found some classics easily and then saw some older books behind glass for sale too. Higher value.

It's cute and the cashier is nice. I like the feeling of the place and all the neat books! If…read morebookstores make you feel good, you will love this place.. but it does need a coffee maker. Haha

I genuinely loved this place. When I first got there, I was greeted by the flying of two pride…read moreflags right on the facade of the building. I felt welcome from the very first second. The inside is genuinely a beautiful place, curated choices and thematic selections. This place is a mature, knowledgable store; they know what their message is and are willing to allow you to explore it if you want. I found books I never expected, several for a great price. And in liu of a bookmark, I got free stickers! This was a breathe of fresh air coming from a conservative town, I actually felt welcome, I felt at home there- for the few minutes I was there. I found some great books, and am currently enjoying one of the ones I bought. I would love to go back and immerse myself more in the store and its culture! Lovely place!

I loved the selection of books, stickers, local art, and cards. I bought a little is everything!…read more The space is affirming for queer and trans folks & inclusive of diverse voices and authors. I also appreciated how many people were still masking in the store. We keep us safe!

Good selection, easy trade process with generous store credit policy, clean store, helpful staffread more

Have always and will probably always adore this place. One of my top go-to spots for a nice gift…read more The store has good hours and is kept tidy and clean. Staff are helpful and welcoming. Tons of parking options. The book selection is diverse- from old copies to new releases and all in between. It's often they do not have something so I like to go in with an open mind. The staff is also always willing to search for ya too. The prices of many books is extremely competitive and they typically have discount racks outside too. I really love their interactive section- they have journals, board games and cute things like workbooks.

What to do while waiting for your entry to Biltmore? Why stop in all of the shops, of course! This…read morewas a nice shop with books about Biltmore House, the gardens, the family, as well as other book related paraphernalia for your book-loving friends. Small, but a nice distraction while you wait.

The Bookbinder's Shop is one of the shops in what was once the stable area. It is located across…read morefrom the customer service area. the staff are very friendly here and will even hold your packages while you explore other areas of the estate. The shop is on the smaller side as it is specialized with mainly reading materials but there are other items too such as dvds and artwork . Some of the books about the estate are just available in this shop. It is one of my favorite stores to explore and find gift items.

Pretty decent Barnes and noble and Starbucks that's been here awhile. The mall is a bit empty these…read moredays so you can always find parking. That's a positive. The space is big and clean. There are great cozy nooks that are wonderful for kids and adults alike. There is a big range of price options- things on sale and new releases too. The Starbucks is definitely not my favorite. When I asked if a cheesecake was on sale, the cashier said "well does it say it is in the case?" Yikes. I asked because I couldn't tell. I also was showing my Starbucks card but they mentioned I couldn't use it after I ordered. Just be aware.

This is the other Barnes and Noble where I tend to shop most often, though less so than the…read moreBiltmore Park one due to distance and time. I'd rate them both four stars, but this one is probably more a 4.5, because in small ways, it's a bit better, while in other small ways, Biltmore has the advantage. First, the Asheville Mall's advantages: The overall book selection is larger, and new releases are generally on time, even outside of popular genres. Their table displays are always set up with plenty of eye-catching color and features; I always stop to browse even if I don't buy anything. I love book-themed knickknacks, mugs, and so forth, and this B&N always has some cute ones in stock. And as a fairly recent Harry Potter nerd (finally opened my letter at age 31; long story), kudos for the quality HP merchandise on sale. :) I found a Ravenclaw and Slytherin pillow there and I love them (yes, Gryffindor and Hufflepuff are still on my wish list). Furthermore, the foods and drinks on offer tend to be fresher and prepared more quickly, and again, there tends to be a bigger selection, with seasonal changes. For instance, this is the only B&N I've gone to in my region, where I could consistently find ginger cookies in the winter (which is a shame, because they're good). Now, if you hit this bakery at the wrong time, you may well get a stale cookie or scone (so maybe still don't grab your goods after dinner, unfortunately). But overall, I like this bakery better. This store is at a disadvantage when it comes to accessibility, because you can only access the upper level via escalator, which is tough with my depth perception. Well, I take that back. There *is* an elevator at the back, behind the cafe (or if you are upstairs, it's near the kids' section). But it rattles, it smells like stale coffee and urine, and honestly, it doesn't always feel very safe. So if you do need or want something from the upper level, I'd either (A) chance the elevator (B) go up with assistance or (C) have a clerk pop up to get it for you. This plays into another disadvantage, in that many if not most of the "specialty sections," such as Christian fiction, romance, and mystery/thriller, are on that upper level. Again, you do have options, but I definitely understand the need and desire to shop independently and take your time to browse, so, just take that under advisement. Overall though, this is probably your best bet if you really want a "full" bookstore experience.

Spent some time shopping in beautiful downtown Asheville and got this new shirt. This precious…read moresilver sterling ring caught my attention and could not leave it behind. The staff was very courteous and friendly. They have a lot of cool souvenirs, artwork, jewelry madr by local artists.

The Asheville Emporium is located across from Mast General Store and featured a mix of work from…read morelocal artists. I loved the multicolored 3D printed dragons and eggs and bought them for some friends. Very fun items here.